RE: Throttle Servo?
And the winner is Binding. That was the problem. I didn't realize that slight binding could heat up a servo so quick. I disconnected the throttle spring and the idle screw and replaced the throttle rod. I used end point adjustments to make sure there was no resistence on the servo at both ends. Thanks everyone for your imput. You learn alot on these forums. Superfli
Posted on: 7/10/2012 6:13 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Throttle Servo?
. I'll let you all know the outcome. Superfli
Posted on: 7/6/2012 6:10 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Throttle Servo?
it. Thanks, Superfli
Posted on: 7/5/2012 8:03 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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Throttle Servo?
the reciever be allowing to much voltage to the thottle servo? Thanks, Superfli
Posted on: 7/5/2012 6:06 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: AMR High Wing Stick 30
Anthony, What would yous say is the difference between the uncertified Poly-Fiber Lite that you used over Koverall. Is it cheaper, lighter? Thanks, Superfli
Posted on: 6/27/2012 7:57 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: AMR High Wing Stick 30
on this and your plane turned out excellent! Happy Flying! Superfli.
Posted on: 6/21/2012 6:25 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: Great Planes Supersportser crash.
I have not talked to him since. I removed his phone number from my cell as well. Most people at the field that know him also know what a jerk he can be. If I ran into him I might smile but will have nothing to do with him. Superfli
Posted on: 5/31/2012 7:56 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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RE: Hobbico Starter
If you want a good stong starter cut the end off you cheap Hobbico starter and then put it in the drill of you Craftsman Cordless 18v drill. It will even spin gas engines. Very easy fix.
Posted on: 5/25/2012 2:19 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Beginners"
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RE: Great Planes Supersportser crash.
Even with identical planes in the air at the same time it is up to the pilot to keep track of thier plane. All in all I think that this is what actually happened. He took his eye off his plane and in that moment crashed his plane. In my opinion it was entirely his fault.This is one friend a person really doesnt need.
Posted on: 5/17/2012 8:46 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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RE: Great Planes Supersportser crash.
These were identical planes made of foam. The only thig different was our radios. His was Futaba and nine was Tatic.
Posted on: 5/7/2012 7:21 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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RE: Great Planes Supersportser crash.
Man, I think your right. I thought we were friends. This guy stating calling me everything in the book. I now think he ia a nut. Superfli
Posted on: 5/4/2012 7:06 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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Great Planes Supersportser crash.
Last night I went to the field to fly my foam G.P. Supersportster. Another guy at the field has the same plane. We were both flying on 2.4 radios. My radio is a Tatic 4 channel his is a Futaba 6 channel. When he goes to fly his plane and the first 2 attempts the plane noses over on take off. I figured the reason was the grass was a little high. The 3rd attempt and he is up and flying. I then place my plane on the flight line and take off. Well I no sooner get my plane in the air and I hear his plane crash. I quickly land mine and I walk over with him to his and he starts blammimg me for shooting his plane down. He says my plane crossed in front of his and cut off his signal. I never even saw his plane while I was flying mine. Any one ever heard of this?
Posted on: 5/4/2012 6:25 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Crash & Rebuild"
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RE: Maxford mentor g
Yeah, Its to bad he no longer sell them. This engine has never failed me.
Posted on: 4/3/2012 1:37 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Maxford mentor g
I have had one of these for about a year. I am in the process of recovering mine. I have a 25cc Berelli conversion on mine. Has always flown well. My suggestions would be to install Hi Torq servos. Also install nylon hinges or Robart hinges. The CA hinges will not hold up. You will like this plane.
Posted on: 4/3/2012 7:31 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Giant Supersportster Maiden
Well I pulled the throttle servo last night. It really seemed to be all right. I replaced it with a HiTec servo. Everything seems to work allright at this point. I am hopping to get this back up on Sunday. I have to say that this plane and the DLE30 seem to be a perfect match. Superfli
Posted on: 3/16/2012 5:54 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Giant Supersportster Maiden
That could be it. It is a inexpensive standard tower servo. I'll check that out tonight.
Posted on: 3/15/2012 2:17 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Giant Supersportster Maiden
Thanks for the suggestion. I will put a new servo in. Hopefully this should take care of it.
Posted on: 3/15/2012 1:23 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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Giant Supersportster Maiden
? My radio is an HiTec Opti 6 2.4 system. Superfli
Posted on: 3/15/2012 9:18 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Pheonix Sonic 25 Low Wing
Dont be afraid to add weight. 6 oz. is not a big deal. Mine has a OS40FP and i had to add 2.5 oz to the nose to balance. Superfli
Posted on: 1/31/2012 2:24 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Pheonix Sonic 25 Low Wing
Be sure when you balance the plane the fuel tank is empty and you are balancing upside down. If at 70mm the plane is nose heavy. Try to balance by moving the battery. I not able to add some weight to the tail. Hope this helps. By the way nose heavy is not that bad. You never want to try to fly a plane that is tail heavy. Superfli
Posted on: 1/31/2012 11:45 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: Pheonix Sonic 25 Low Wing
how well it flies. Superfli
Posted on: 1/30/2012 2:03 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "ARF or RTF"
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RE: twin elevator servo question
One other option is to use a Futaba servo on one side and a HiTec servo on the other. You can then use a regular Y-harness. Superfli
Posted on: 1/13/2012 1:21 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Questions and Answers"
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RE: When building and post-build.. do you keep all your balsa scrap?
My problem is that I am so disorganized when I save all this stuff I can never find it when I need it. I end up going out and buying it.
Posted on: 12/20/2011 2:07 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Kit Building"
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RE: Ripped Off
Thanks for the offer Stuka however I went ahead and purchased a new DLE from Tower Hobbies. Superfli
Posted on: 12/16/2011 6:05 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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Ripped Off
Alert: I purchased a G23 from this guy. Paid him promptly and he never shipped the engine. His user name is mramericap51 and he is from BIRDSBORO, PA It really sucks when you have to buy the motor twice. It puts a sour taste in your mouth from wanting to buy anything from RCU. Just wanted to warn everyone. Superfli
Posted on: 12/15/2011 2:45 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Hub on DLE30
Thank You. That is very helpful. I can see now I will need a gear puller to pull part 16 forward off the crankshft. It must be pressed on from the factory. Thanks Again, Tom
Posted on: 12/15/2011 1:52 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: Hub on DLE30
I have removed that piece. I can now see the woodruff key. I have tried to tap forward on the hub but it just doesn't budge.
Posted on: 12/15/2011 12:42 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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Hub on DLE30
Has anyone had to pull off the Prop hub on a DLE30. (aluminum part with the magnet in it) Is a small gear puller the only way to remove it? Thanks,
Posted on: 12/15/2011 12:20 PM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Gas Engines"
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RE: giant scale trainer
I see Maxford has made some modifications to the landing gear to strenghthen it. I am not sure if thats enough. You can purchase the L.G. from the Great Planes Giant Stick as a suitable replacement. One other thing. I suggested a 26cc engine. That is a little overkill for this plane. A 20cc would fly this thing real well. G.L. superfli
Posted on: 12/9/2011 9:36 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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RE: giant scale trainer
Another decent ARF is the Maxford USA Mentor with a g26. Great combination and price.
Posted on: 11/11/2011 11:51 AM by Author "superfli" in the forum "Giant Scale Aircraft - General"
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